Rep. Natalie Manley

Declares May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in the State of Illinois. Calls upon all Illinoisans to join in supporting amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) research and advocating for increased funding and to stand in solidarity with those affected by this relentless disease. Expresses support for the ALS community as they seek to increase awareness, prioritize research funding, and secure additional caregiving support.

Amends the Illinois Vehicle Code. Provides that if a graduated driver's license holder who is under the age of 18 is convicted of violating State law while operating a motor vehicle with more than one passenger in the vehicle who is under the age of 20, unless any additional passenger or passengers are siblings, step-siblings, children, or stepchildren of the driver, and that results in bodily harm, permanent disability, or death to another, the graduated license shall be suspended for 6 months. Effective immediately.

Congratulates Chief Phil Arnold on being named the 2026 ILACP Police Chief of the Year, thanks him for his many years of dedicated service to the State of Illinois, and wishes him continued success in all his future endeavors.

Declares June 8, 2026 as Unity for Children of First Responders Day in the State of Illinois. Recognizes the sacrifices made by families and children of first responders. Recognizes Yanna M. Davenport for her efforts to make Unity for Children of First Responders Day a national event.

Amends the Property Tax Code. In provisions concerning township or multi-township assessment books, provides that, if the supervisor of assessments determines that the township or multi-township assessor has not completed the assessments as required by law before returning the assessment books, then the supervisor of assessments (rather than the county board) may submit a bill to the township board of trustees for the reasonable costs incurred by the supervisor of assessments in completing the assessments. Provides that, if the supervisor of assessments determines that the township or multi-township assessor has provided incomplete books or workbooks within the prior quadrennial assessment cycle, then the supervisor of assessments may give notice to the township assessor or multi-township assessor and shall receive the assessment books or workbooks up to 90 days in advance of the deadlines if either (1) the township or multi-township has omitted new construction in the prior year for more than 6 months; or (2) at least 20% of any property class fails to be changed in the township or multi-township assessment books in the prior general assessment year. Provides that, if the supervisor of assessments determines that a review of the books of the township or multi-township is necessary, then the year the review takes place, the revaluation powers of the supervisor of assessments shall be the same as in the general assessment year and the supervisor of assessments shall have the authority to value omitted property. Provides that, if any valuation changes occur as the result of the provisions, then the county treasurer shall keep a list of the properties identified by the supervisor of assessments on the county's website. Provides that, if the township maintains a website, then the information shall be posted on the township's website. Effective immediately.

Amends the Public Community College Act. Allows the board of trustees of a community college district to establish and offer a baccalaureate degree program and confer a bachelor's degree if specified conditions are met. Requires the board of trustees to demonstrate that the community college district has the expertise, the resources, and sufficient student demand to offer a baccalaureate degree. Sets forth the application requirements. Prohibits a community college district from using semester credit hours generated in a baccalaureate degree program for certain grants. Sets forth limitations on community college districts for establishing baccalaureate programs. Requires a community college district that offers a baccalaureate degree program to submit an annual report to the Illinois Community College Board. Requires the Illinois Community College Board and the Board of Higher Education to conduct a statewide evaluation of all baccalaureate degree programs established under the amendatory Act and report the results of the evaluation on or before 5 years after the effective date of the amendatory Act, in addition to being made publicly available online. Effective immediately.

Expresses reflecting on the heinous Hamas terrorist attack of October 7, 2023, and remembers the lives of the civilians, soldiers, and defenders who expressed unwavering support for the State of Israel. Extends sincere condolences to the families who have lost loved ones in this brutal assault, including the families of the 46 American citizens who lost their lives. Expresses standing steadfast in the face of terrorism and violent acts and remaining committed to lasting peace and stability for the State of Israel.

Declares August 27, 2026 as Hero Day in Illinois to recognize the bravery, dedication, and sacrifices of the first responders who gave their lives in the line of duty and to honor and support the families that they leave behind. Commends the 100 Club of Illinois on its 60th anniversary and recognizes its extraordinary contributions to first responders and their families across the State of Illinois.

Amends the State Employee Article of the Illinois Pension Code. Provides that a member who is eligible to receive an alternative retirement annuity may elect to receive an estimated payment that shall commence no later than 30 days after the later of either the member's last day of employment or 30 days after the member files for the retirement benefit with the System. Provides that the estimated payment shall be the best estimate by the System of the total monthly amount due to the member based on the information that the System possesses at the time of the estimate. Provides that if the amount of the estimate is greater or less than the actual amount of the monthly annuity, the System shall pay or recover the difference within 6 months after the start of the monthly annuity. Excludes a benefit increase resulting from the amendatory Act from the definition of "new benefit increase". Effective immediately.

Maddy summaryHB 881 makes minor technical adjustments to the Community Development Loan Guarantee Act. Specifically, it amends a section within the act that concerns its short title, updating the official wording.